Comparison

Yarn Holder vs GarnLog

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Yarn Holder

Features
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Why not manage all your yarn with our app? 【App Features】 ① Streamlined for simplicity and ease of use. ② Designed using familiar iOS gestures like taps, swipes, and long presses.  This makes it intuitive and easy to use. ③ No ads displayed, no tracking.  Data is stored only on your device or iCloud and will never be sold to third parties. 【Function Overview】 <Real-world yarn management> Manage “different colors” or “different LOT numbers” of the same yarn as separate stock units, mirroring real-world practices. You can also save swatches (gauge) with images for each individual yarn. <Realistic Colors in the App> Save the actual color shades of your registered yarn within the app. Arrange and view your yarn by color sequence based on these saved shades. <Intuitive Management> Stay organized even as your yarn collection grows. We use “folder sorting” and “hashtag sorting” for yarn management. <Customizable Color Themes> Choose your favorite theme from 18 different color options. <Compatible with iPhone and iPad> Sign in with the same Apple account on both iPhone and iPad to sync across devices. <Bonus Tools> Simple counters, a ruler for actual measurements, unit conversion for grams and meters, needle size conversion charts, and more— all the tools you need for knitting are included. ========== To ensure long-term use, there is no subscription required. Experience the simple, intuitive interface of Yarn Holder today. Official Page: https://okapping.github.io/YarnHolder/

About

GarnLog

Manage your yarn collection with this inventory app. Track yarn details, identify low stock items, and browse your stash by color. Perfect for knitters and crocheters on the go.

Highlights
  • Full stash inventory tracking
  • Low stock dashboard
  • Color browsing
  • Favorite yarns
  • Offline access
  • Filter and search by brand/color
Features
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GarnLog is the yarn inventory app built for tufters, knitters, crocheters, and anyone with a stash worth tracking. Keep tabs on every cake or skein in your collection, see what you're running low on, and always know what you have on hand. FULL STASH INVENTORY Store color, brand, weight, fiber, notes, skein and cake count, and much more for every yarn in your collection. Pick colors from a color wheel, enter a hex value, or use your camera to match a color directly from your yarn. LOW STOCK DASHBOARD Keep your eyes on yarns that drop below your set threshold so you can restock before it's too late. Low stock yarns are organized right on your dashboard. COLOR BROWSING Browse your stash visually by color family to find the perfect match for your next project at a glance. FAVORITE YARNS Tap and hold on any yarn to add it to your favorites. Filter your stash to just the ones you love and use most often so you can find them quickly. USE IT AT THE STORE When you're at the store wondering which yarn you're running low on, GarnLog has you covered. Your stash is always with you. DESIGNED FOR YOUR CRAFT - Clean, warm interface — easy to navigate, everything is one tap away - Offline-first — browse and edit your stash without an internet connection - Filter and search by brand, color, etc. - Free — add unlimited yarn with no subscription required Use GarnLog today and finally get your yarn stash organized.

Screenshots

Yarn Holder4 screens
GarnLog4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GarnLog at none against Yarn Holder's 1. GarnLog also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Yarn Holder sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. GarnLog asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Yarn Holder ships an update every 9 days, GarnLog fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Yarn Holder versus GarnLog: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYarn HolderGarnLog
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNaoya OkayamaAthobak LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Yarn Holder

One-time1
  • Unlocking Yarn Registration Limit$6.99
None

GarnLog

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Yarn Holder free?
Yarn Holder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GarnLog free?
GarnLog is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Yarn Holder or GarnLog have ads?
Neither Yarn Holder nor GarnLog shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Yarn Holder or GarnLog?
Yarn Holder ships an update every 9 days, and GarnLog fortnightly. Most recently, Yarn Holder was updated on October 14, 2026 and GarnLog on October 15, 2026.

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